Long Overdue: The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion Recognized with the Congressional Gold Medal

Morris E. Crain was born on October 7, 1924, in Bandana, Kentucky, on the very western edge of the state.

Every year, March is designated as Women’s History Month—a month dedicated to honoring women’s contributions in US history.

Robert Brown was an educator, civil rights activist, community leader, elected official, and a WWII combat veteran.

Training in twin engine B-25 “Mitchell” bombers, the 477th never actually saw combat overseas, but fought another battle here in the United States. Formed as an all-Black unit, it became famous not for its combat record, but for its fight against the military version of “separate but equal.”